Cardiff Council SUV Tax Backfires on Own Fleet
Cardiff Council's proposed higher parking charges for heavy vehicles would inadvertently apply to around 1,000 council-owned vehicles, drawing criticism from taxpayers' groups.
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Car Tax Changes: Drivers to Pay Up to £5,690 from 2026
The Labour government confirms Vehicle Excise Duty hikes from April 2026, with rates rising in line with RPI and pay-per-mile for electric cars launching in 2028.
Walsall Council Plans Permanent Flagpoles at Brownhills Island
Walsall Council has unveiled plans to install permanent flagpoles at Brownhills Miner Island, aiming to create a managed patriotic display following months of divisive flag installations.
Walsall's Blakenall Gets £20m Government Funding Boost
Walsall Council approves next steps for the £20 million Pride in Place programme in Blakenall, with a resident-led board to decide spending. The council must submit board members by July 2026.
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Council Leader Accused of Loud Redundancy Talk Near Staff
Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch faces allegations of discussing redundancies loudly near staff before Christmas. He narrowly survived a no-confidence vote this week.
State Pension April Payment Changes Due to Easter Holidays
Retirees are advised to monitor bank accounts as Easter bank holidays will shift some state pension payment dates, with most affected payments arriving on April 2.
Reeves Tax Rules Target Pensioners with Modest Savings
Hundreds of thousands of pensioners face income tax bills as frozen tax bands and rising state pensions push them over the personal allowance limit, sparking criticism of Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Unite Responds to Birmingham Bin Strike Negotiation Offer
Unite union has responded positively to Birmingham City Council leader's offer to resume talks to end the year-long bin strike, with both sides expressing willingness to negotiate.
Correction Over Misleading State Pension Age Article
A news article from August 2026 has been corrected after being found misleading regarding state pension age changes and life expectancy in Blackpool.
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UK Passport Fees to Increase 8% from April 8
The Home Office proposes an 8% hike in UK passport fees from April 8, 2026, potentially pushing adult costs above £100 for the first time. Children's and pensioners' fees will also increase, subject to parliamentary approval.
MPs Urge DWP to Mitigate State Pension Age Change
MPs press government to implement benefits top-up system as state pension age rises from 66 to 67, with experts warning of poverty risks and proposing Universal Credit adjustments.
Government Payment Increases Start April 2026
Nearly 24 million people across the UK will see higher State Pension and benefit payments from April 6, 2026, as the DWP updates rates to help with living costs until 2027.
State Pensioners Exempt from DWP PIP Changes
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms state pensioners will not face Personal Independence Payment changes requiring higher daily living scores, as Labour's pensions minister explains new rules targeting sustainability.
Pensioners Face Unexpected HMRC Tax Forms as Thresholds Freeze
Vulnerable state pensioners may be unaware they must soon complete HMRC forms to settle tax bills due to frozen thresholds, with 600,000 expected to be affected this year.
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Trump's Pearl Harbor Joke Stuns Japanese PM at White House
US President Donald Trump made an inappropriate joke referencing Pearl Harbor during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, leaving the Oval Office in stunned silence. The leaders discussed Iran conflict and energy security.
Birmingham Bin Strike: Council Leader Seeks Urgent Talks
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton has called for an urgent meeting with Unite union to resolve the year-long bin strike, while stressing the need for realism and maintaining fair pay progress.
DWP Warned Over 'Extreme' State Pension Changes
The Department for Work and Pensions faces warnings that the New State Pension is unsustainable due to an ageing population and rising costs, with experts calling for gradual adjustments.
Birmingham's Potential vs Reputation Crisis: Street Speaks
Former West Midlands Mayor Andy Street acknowledges Birmingham's 'crippled' reputation due to council bankruptcy and bins strike, but insists the city's economic fundamentals and investment potential remain strong, calling for new leadership to drive forw
Final £110 Payments for State Pensioners Over 66
The DWP is distributing last £110 Household Support Fund payments to eligible state pensioners over 66 in March, with Derbyshire Council extending support through its Discretionary Fund.
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Final DWP Household Support Fund Payments Before March 31
The Department for Work and Pensions is distributing last payments from the Household Support Fund, which ends March 31, 2026. Doncaster Council details eligibility criteria and application process for residents receiving specific benefits.
State Pension Rise Creates £133 Gap Between Recipients
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms a £11 weekly increase for new state pensioners, while older recipients receive only £8.45, creating a £133 annual disparity starting April 2026.
DWP Bonus Payments: Two Groups Excluded from Support Scheme
The Department for Work and Pensions is distributing one-off bonus payments through the Household Support Fund, but two specific groups of benefits claimants are excluded from receiving this emergency assistance in Greenwich.
DWP Targets 30-Day Processing for Attendance Allowance Claims
The Department for Work and Pensions is implementing measures to streamline Attendance Allowance processing, targeting 90% of new claims within 30 days. Over 1.7 million pensioners currently receive this benefit.
WASPI Women Launch Legal Challenge Over Pension Compensation
WASPI campaigners are preparing a formal legal challenge against the Labour government's decision to deny £2,950 compensation to 3.6 million women affected by state pension age changes.
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Birmingham's Reputation 'Crippled' by Council Crisis and Bins Strike
Former West Midlands Mayor Andy Street says Birmingham's global reputation has been severely damaged by the council's financial woes and ongoing bins strike, despite strong investment potential.
Cornwall Wins Independent Devolution, Devon Merger Ruled Out
Cornwall Council has voted to accept a government proposal to explore becoming a Single Foundation Strategic Authority, firmly rejecting any merger with Devon and advancing its distinct devolution ambitions.
Labour Urged to Prepare Emergency Energy Bill Support
The End Fuel Poverty Coalition warns 13 million households could spend over 10% of income on energy without intervention, calling for a fair-funded emergency framework.
State Pension Age Rises to 68, Starting with 67 from April 2026
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms state pension age will increase to 68, with the first phase raising it to 67 starting April 2026 for those born after April 1960.
Calls to Review 3,100 PIP Claims for Anxiety and Depression
New figures reveal over 100 people daily are awarded PIP for anxiety and depression, prompting political pressure for a welfare system overhaul.
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Starmer Announces £53M Cost-of-Living Support for Heating Oil Users
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a targeted £53 million support package for low-income households using heating oil, alongside a £117 reduction in energy bills from April, amid the Middle East conflict's impact on prices.
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